Pressure Cook Butter Chicken

A delicious Indian dish that combines tender chicken pieces in a creamy and aromatic tomato sauce. Cooking it in a pressure cooker ensures the chicken is perfectly cooked and infused with spices in a fraction of the usual time.

Ingredients

• 1 kg chicken, pieces
• 2 tbs butter
• 2 tbs oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbs ginger, grated
• 2 tbs tomato paste
• 1 can (400g) pasata
• 1 cup cream
• 1 tbs garam masala
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• Salt & pepper
• Fresh coriander

Instructions

1. Start by marinating the chicken with salt and pepper. Set aside for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat the butter and oil in the pressure cooker on sauté mode. Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
3. Add garlic, ginger, garam masala, chilli powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated chicken pieces to the cooker and brown them on all sides.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Mix well to coat the chicken.
6. Lock the lid of the pressure cooker and set to high pressure. Cook for 15 minutes.
7. Carefully quick release the pressure according to your cooker\’s instructions.
8. Open the lid and stir in the cream. Allow the sauce to simmer for a further 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.

💡 Accompany with steamed rice or naan bread.